Boat Tours in Iceland
Handpicked boat tours on Jökulsárlón, in Reykjavík and in the north — when they run, what is included and how to book.
Guided boat tours
From a half-hour sail between icebergs to a three-hour fishing trip. Booking happens with Guide to Iceland through an affiliate link — prices and availability are always current there.
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Amphibian Boat Tour
A calm sail between blue icebergs on Jökulsárlón, where seals are often spotted. The boat rolls straight off the bank into the lagoon and the trip takes about half an hour.
Zodiac Boat Tour on Jökulsárlón
A faster, smaller boat that gets closer to the glacier edge and the biggest icebergs. The trip runs about an hour and is the livelier option if you want to get nearer.
Family-Friendly Puffin Boat Tour from Reykjavík
A short sail out on Faxaflói bay to the puffin islands of Lundey or Akurey. No minimum age and about an hour at sea — the easiest way to see puffins while staying in the city.
Sea Angling Tour from Reykjavík
A three-hour fishing trip on Faxaflói bay where your catch is grilled on board. Gear and guidance are included, whether you have fished before or not.
Northern Lights by Boat from Reykjavík
An evening sail out on Faxaflói bay in search of the aurora, away from the city lights. Cold, but an unbeatable view on a calm, clear winter night.
Every boat tour on Guide to Iceland
The live list of boat trips around the country: iceberg tours, puffin sails, fishing trips and more, with today’s prices and availability.
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Where do the boats leave from?
Jökulsárlón
May–NovemberIceberg tours on the lagoon; in winter you view the ice from the shore.
Reykjavík
Year-roundThe old harbour: puffins in summer, fishing and aurora sails in winter.
Akureyri & Húsavík
May–SeptemberThe northern fjords, often combined with whale watching.
Viðey & Kollafjörður
Year-roundA short ferry to Viðey island, easy for families and walkers.
The departure point and time are shown on each tour once you pick a date.
Before you board
- Boats on Jökulsárlón only run in the summer months. Outside the season you view the lagoon from the shore and the ice that washes up on the beach.
- Book ahead in July and August: puffin sails and iceberg tours often sell out days in advance.
- It is colder at sea than on land. Dress in layers and take seasickness tablets in advance if you are prone to it.
- Rough seas can cancel a sailing at short notice, so keep some flexibility and check the forecast the day before.